About this episode

Conor Benn discusses his career, personal challenges, and future ambitions in boxing during an exclusive interview with Gary Neville.

Boxer Conor Benn sits down with Gary Neville for an exclusive interview, brought to you by Sky Bet. Conor opens up on life outside the ring, including his relationship with his father Nigel Benn, and speaks candidly about the challenges he has faced, from dealing with controversy to the impact on his mental health. Benn also explains his shock decision to sign a fight deal with Dana White’s Zuffa over Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom. Why did he make the move, and has he spoken to Hearn since? Conor reflects on the fights with Chris Eubank Jr. He talks about the difference between the two fights, whether they like each other and if there will be a trilogy fight. He puts his future firmly in focus, Conor discusses his ambitions of becoming a world champion. With Regis Prograis next up, he opens up on his love for the sport and the mindset driving him forward. 00:00 Intro 06:22 Dad Relationship and Discipline 10:04 Eubank Rivalry 36:49 Leaving Matchroom 44:34 One Fight Deal with Zuffa 50:37 Inside Camp and Sparring Stories 57:58 Injuries and Fight Safety 01:04:29 Fitness Data and Camp Tweaks 01:08:01 Strength Numbers and Risk Reward Will Conor Benn become a world champion? Let us know in…

People in this episode

Host: Gary Neville

Guest: Conor Benn

Topics covered

• boxing
• mental health
• sports rivalry
• career decisions
• championship ambitions

Keywords

• Conor Benn
• boxing
• Chris Eubank
• Eddie Hearn
• Zuffa
• mental health
• championship

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Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Dana White, Zuffa, Eddie Hearn, Matchroom

Books & works: League of 72

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